Production Manager

Production Manager Georgetown, KY 40324, Salary range: $70-78K per annum Job duration: Permanent Shift: 2nd shift hours M-F, flexibility to work OT and weekends as needed based on production needs Position Overview: Company is hiring an experienced Production Manager This is a direct hire, salaried position for one of our automotive supplier clients in Georgetown, KY. Position Summary The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the management and coordination of all manufacturing day-to-day activities on 1st Shift to ensure quality assurance throughout the production process so all items are produced and delivered according to schedule and in compliance to all requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Adhere to all safety rules and regulations and ensure these safety requirements are being followed by 1st Shift employees. Ensure all production related activities are completed on-time and in compliance. Oversee the production schedule to ensure customer orders are incorporated into the schedule and delivery requirements are met. Verify quality of product. Identify any problems and lead Production in the investigation with Quality to determine root cause for those issues. Lead process for achieving production efficiency and productivity. Set goals and develop action plans to achieve production targets. Oversee system used to inspect and maintain production equipment to ensure operational and help facilitate any scheduled maintenance needed on 1st Shift. Communicate with procurement team to ensure materials are available when needed Manage departmental objectives. Recommend processes and improvements to achieve these goals. Manage departmental budgets by tracking production costs. Recommend processes and improvements to reduce costs. Manage changes and communication across all departments to ensure proper workflow. Motivate, support, and provide guidance to Production direct reports. Maintain employee attendance records and PTO approvals Required Skills Ability to effectively communicate, motivate and lead others Ability to build consensus and relationships among employees Understanding of general finance and budgeting Excellent problem-solving skills Success of This Position is Measured By Customer / Field Complaints PPM Direct Labor Cost to Budget On-time Performance to Schedule – Production On-time Performance to Schedule - Delivery Plant Downtime Scrap Cost Production Expenses 5S ResultsThe success Education and Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Five plus years related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.